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πŸ¦‹ Bluesky new follower auto DM

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1. Workflow Overview

Bluesky New Follower Auto DM Effortlessly send welcome direct messages to new followers on Bluesky β€” no storage, no dependencies, just real time engagement. ‍ Who is this for? This template ...

Best for

  • Social Media automation workflows
  • advanced n8n builders looking for reusable templates

Tools used

n8n-nodes-base.cron, n8n-nodes-base.set, n8n-nodes-base.httprequest, n8n-nodes-base.code, n8n-nodes-base.stickynote, n8n-nodes-base.filter

Source and attribution

This workflow is cataloged by N8N Workflows and links back to its original n8n.io source page by Square Zero Labs.

Original n8n.io source

1.1 Workflow description

Title
πŸ¦‹ Bluesky new follower auto DM
Workflow name
πŸ¦‹ Bluesky new follower auto DM

πŸ¦‹ Bluesky New Follower Auto DM

Effortlessly send welcome direct messages to new followers on Bluesky β€” no storage, no dependencies, just real-time engagement.

πŸ§‘β€πŸ’Ό Who is this for?

This template is ideal for:

  • Creators, brands, and community builders on Bluesky looking to engage their followers automatically
  • n8n beginners who want an easy-to-configure automation with no external dependencies
  • Anyone seeking a lightweight, stateless solution for follower messaging β€” without needing to manage databases or history

🧩 What problem is this workflow solving? / Use case

Automatically welcoming new followers is a powerful way to start building relationships, increase engagement, and show your followers that you’re active and approachable.

Use it to:

  • Start conversations and build relationships immediately
  • Build a loyal community by making people feel seen
  • Boost follower retention
  • Automate engagement while keeping your workflow simple

βš™οΈ What this workflow does

  • Runs every 4 hours (configurable)
  • Authenticates your Bluesky account via secure app password
  • Fetches the last 100 Bluesky notifications
  • Filters for new "follow" events
  • Starts a chat if there is no existing conversation with the new follower
  • Sends a customized welcome message automatically

All done without having to save data.

πŸ› οΈ Setup

There is only one node that needs to be modified. In the Setup node:

  1. Enter your Bluesky handle (e.g., yourname.bsky.social)
  2. Create an App Password
    β†’ Generate it here
  3. Customize your welcome message in the Setup node

Then save and activate the workflow

You’re now ready to automatically greet new followers as they arrive.

πŸ§ͺ How to customize this workflow to your needs

  • Update the schedule
    Modify the Cron node to change how often the workflow runs (default: every 4 hours)

  • Personalize the message
    Update the welcomeMessage field in the Setup node to reflect your tone, brand, or goals

  • Add tracking or CRM integration
    If you'd like to log interactions or sync with another system, you can extend the workflow with additional nodes.

1.2 Logical Blocks

This catalog entry is organized from the workflow JSON. The node-level section below shows the executable blocks available for review before importing the template.

2. Block-by-Block Analysis

Block 1 - Cron Trigger

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.cron - cron
Config choices
Version 1

Block 2 - Setup

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.set - set
Config choices
Version 1

Block 3 - Create Session

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest - httpRequest
Config choices
Version 1

Block 4 - Filter New Follows

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.code - code
Config choices
Version 2

Block 5 - Send DM

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest - httpRequest
Config choices
Version 1

Block 6 - πŸ“ Setup Instructions

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 7 - πŸ”‘ Create Session

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 8 - πŸ“¬ Get Notifications

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 9 - πŸ” Filter Follows

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 10 - πŸ’¬ Send Welcome DM

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 11 - Sticky Note

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 12 - Get Follow Notifications

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest - httpRequest
Config choices
Version 1

Block 13 - Initiate Convo with Follower

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest - httpRequest
Config choices
Version 4.2

Block 14 - Sticky Note1

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 15 - Sticky Note2

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 16 - Filter

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.filter - filter
Config choices
Version 2.2

3. Summary Table

Workflow πŸ¦‹ Bluesky new follower auto DM
Complexity advanced
Nodes 16
Categories Social Media
Author Square Zero Labs
Published 06 Jun 2025

4. Reproducing the Workflow from Scratch

  1. 1. Download the workflow JSON

    Use the JSON export at /data/workflows/4713/4713.json as the source template for this automation.

  2. 2. Import the template into n8n

    Open n8n, import the downloaded JSON, and review each node before activating the workflow.

  3. 3. Configure credentials and variables

    Replace placeholder credentials, API keys, webhook URLs, account IDs, and environment-specific values with your own settings.

  4. 4. Test with sample data

    Run the workflow manually or in a staging workspace, inspect node output, and confirm downstream systems receive the expected data.

  5. 5. Activate and monitor

    Enable the workflow only after testing, then monitor executions, errors, and rate limits during the first production runs.

5. General Notes & Resources

Review imported nodes carefully before activation. This catalog entry is intended to help you inspect the workflow structure, understand required services, and find related templates faster.

Node names, credentials, schedules, webhook paths, and external service limits may need adjustment for your workspace.

Frequently asked questions

What does πŸ¦‹ Bluesky new follower auto DM do?

Bluesky New Follower Auto DM Effortlessly send welcome direct messages to new followers on Bluesky β€” no storage, no dependencies, just real time engagement. ‍ Who is this for? This template ...

What do I need before importing this workflow?

Review the workflow JSON, configure any required credentials in n8n, and test the automation in a safe workspace before using it in production.

Can I customize this workflow?

Yes. Use the block-by-block analysis and the downloadable JSON to inspect each node, then adjust credentials, prompts, schedules, filters, or destinations for your Social Media use case.